# Java Development Tools (JDT)

The Java development tools (JDT) are a set of extensions to the workbench that allow you to edit, compile, and run Java programs.

### Related Concepts

Build classpath
Classpath variables
Debugger
Java builder
Java editor
Java projects
Java perspectives
Java views
Java search
Refactoring support
Scrapbook

### Related Tasks

Restoring a deleted workbench element
Working with JREs

### Related References

JDT actions
Frequently asked questions on JDT
JDT glossary